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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pasadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,636 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,791 | $1,595 | $5,930 |
Cheap Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $1,975 | $6,750 |
Cheap Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,025 | $2,824 | $7,288 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA
Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pasadena, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pasadena Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Raymond Hill | $2,854 | $2,289 | 282 |
Southeast Pasadena | $3,363 | $1,325 | 370 |
Northeast Pasadena | $3,398 | $1,373 | 326 |
East Pasadena | $4,510 | $1,325 | 1082 |
Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,373. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,373 |
Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Jade Court | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
The Tropicana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,721 |
Pasadena Park Place | The Ritz | Studio,1BA | $1,729 |
Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
dua853 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Sierra Madre Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA
As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $2.53 price per square foot 6044 La Prada St Model at 6044 La Prada St, Unit D in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Model at Arcadia Pines starting at $3,150 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6044 La Prada St, Unit D | 6044 La Prada St | 3BR,3BA | $2.53 |
Arcadia Pines | 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.97 |
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit Apt #12 | 1148 W Huntington Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Bay State Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Evergreen Pine | Evergreen Pine | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
1009 Arcadia Ave, Unit 21 | 1009 Arcadia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
855 N Marengo Ave | Unit 3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
The Kenwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
mon930 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
722-724 Sunset Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Pasadena Overview
Living in Pasadena, California can provide you with many great opportunities to be close to work , entertainment spots, food and fun. Known for its ties to the world of theater and to the movies, Pasadena is in a valley surrounded by beautiful scenery, majestic mountains, shopping, and much more!
Why live in Pasadena, CA?
Apartments in Pasadena will afford you the opportunity of living close to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory where work is done on creating spacecraft to launch into orbit. Pasadena is also home to the Rose Bowl and is also famous for its Rose Bowl flea market and the Rose Parade. It is the birthplace to the late, great Jackie Robinson, and it is situated close to the lush Angeles National Forest. It is located to the north and west of Los Angeles, and so much of the glamor of Hollywood bleeds over into its streets and history. In addition, Pasadena is only a half an hour's drive from the beach.
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Getting Around Pasadena, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pasadena is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,373.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pasadena Apartment is $1,750 at Rosewood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pasadena is starting from $2,095 at 855 N Marengo Ave.
What is the most affordable Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,824.
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